Crack of the Bat Baseball - Combining History with Fun
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Crack of the Bat Baseball- brings the 1934 Negro League to life. Between 1 and 4 players can enjoy the smooth, fast game action.
Backers: 34
Average Pledge Per Backer: $37
Funded: $1,244 of $250
Dates: Aug 5th -> Sep 19th (45 days)
Project By: Life is Sport Games
Backers: 34
Average Pledge Per Backer: $37
Funded: $1,244 of $250
Dates: Aug 5th -> Sep 19th (45 days)
Project By: Life is Sport Games
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Last Updated: September 19 @ 19:30 -0400 GMT
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Latest News
Finishing up the Stats for the last Team
September 15th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm finishing up the stats for the last team from 1934. The cards still are not complete though as I will be editing the photos for them. After that I'll get the instructions down in written format. Then its just a matter of proof reading and several... (Read More)
Baltimore Black Sox's roster may be 1 player Short
September 11th - via: kickstarter.com
I've finished carding 5 teams from the 1934 Negro NL. I am now working on the Baltimore Black Sox. Baltimore only played 13 games that year. Of those, there are only stats for 6 games. For most players I am able to compensate by adding stats from a... (Read More)
Development of a pitcher fatigue/effectiveness Model
September 10th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm designing an optional pitcher fatigue model for Crack of the Bat. For a look at this in its current state check out my blog post here. There is an example of a pitcher card for Webster McDonald on the blog that I will also post below. Webster... (Read More)
Card Notes
September 5th - via: kickstarter.com
I've 'carded' 4 teams so far. I still will have to add pitcher fatigue values, pics in the left corner for most, and perhaps an injury rating. Included a photo below to show a few minor tweaks made. Catcher ratings have been added, as well as a... (Read More)
Overview of 3 or 4 player mode
September 1st - via: kickstarter.com
COTB baseball will have a mode where 3 to 4 players can play for baseball dominance. This will be for a more casual experience so that even non baseball fans can get involved in the action. The general idea is to eliminate any player checks that the... (Read More)
Design decisions from play testing
August 31st - via: kickstarter.com
I thought I'd give a little insight into how the game rules are getting minor tweeks from play testing. As well as just a little background into the design choices made for pitcher cards. Refer to Phil Cockrell's card below when I describe certain... (Read More)
Rare Play Chart
August 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I worked on the rare play chart for the game. Rare plays are optional and add more variety to game play. About the top 2/3rds of the chart is shown below. I haven't decided yet is this chart will be on the reverse of the main game tables or just... (Read More)
My 1973 Pine Tar Baseball Project
August 18th - via: kickstarter.com
I have a 1973 baseball season project that ends in just 3 days on Kickstarter. This season is printed in color on 8 1/2" x 11" 110# matte card stock. This is for my Pine Tar Baseball series. If your interested in the 1973 season you might want to... (Read More)
Negro League Player Photos
August 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Note: I am unable to find images for many players and it is difficult to research when Negro league photos were taken. Therefore most players will not have an image. The box art photo will likely be changed as well for final release. I will only use... (Read More)
Test Game Box Score
August 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Replay between the 1934 Philadelphia Stars and Pittsburgh Crawfords featuring both teams aces. Stars @ Crawfords 4 3 R H E... (Read More)
The Math behind Player Error Checks
August 12th - via: kickstarter.com
A look into error checks for Crack of the Bat Baseball. During the 1934 Negro League, 1.05 errors were made per game/per team. That is with counting all teams including independents ( but without playoff stats). I am going with a system that requires... (Read More)
Roster for the Pittsburgh Crawfords
August 10th - via: kickstarter.com
The 18 players that make up the Pittsburgh Crawford's roster include: Cool Papa Bell, Josh Gibson, Judy Johnson, Vic Harris, Chester Williams, Leroy Morney, Oscar Charleston, Jimmie Crutchfield, Ted Page, Satchel Paige, William Bell Bert Hunter, Sam... (Read More)
Added Stretch Goals for the Project
August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
STRETCH GOALS If the Project reaches $1500: A special score sheet will be designed for use when 3 or 4 players play COTB Baseball. When playing the game with 3 or 4 players, the game length will be limited to 3 innings. In the event of any ties,... (Read More)
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